{"product_id":"hohner-m590086-big-river-harp-ms-in-g-diatonic-harmonica","title":"Hohner M590086 Big River Harp MS in G – Diatonic Harmonica","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHohner M590086 Big River Harp MS in G\u003c\/strong\u003e is a versatile 10-hole diatonic harmonica combining durable modern construction with the expressive response associated with Hohner’s German-made MS Series. Its black ABS comb, 20 brass reeds and stainless-steel cover plates provide comfortable, reliable playability for folk, country, blues, rock and roots music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTuned to \u003cstrong\u003eG major\u003c\/strong\u003e, this version delivers a warm, full-bodied voice that sits lower than common C and D harmonicas. As part of Hohner’s \u003cstrong\u003eMS – Modular System – Series\u003c\/strong\u003e, its comb, reed plates and cover plates are interchangeable with compatible MS components, making the Big River Harp a practical choice for players who value easy maintenance and long-term versatility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt A Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHohner\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBig River Harp MS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Code\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM590086\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeries\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMS – Modular System\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiatonic Harmonica\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eG Major\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTuning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRichter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHoles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReeds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 Brass Reeds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComb\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack ABS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNew\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFolk, Country, Blues, Rock \u0026amp; Roots\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMain Appeal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarm G tuning, durable construction and modular MS design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Makes the Hohner Big River Harp MS Special?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHohner Big River Harp MS\u003c\/strong\u003e combines straightforward diatonic playability with robust construction designed for regular practice, rehearsal and performance. Its durable ABS comb offers reliable performance across changing temperatures and humidity levels, while 20 brass reeds provide the dynamic response needed for melodies, chords, bends and expressive articulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts \u003cstrong\u003eMS Modular System\u003c\/strong\u003e provides an additional practical advantage. The comb, reed plates and cover plates can be interchanged with compatible components from other Hohner MS Series harmonicas, making maintenance and component replacement more straightforward. Torx screw construction also provides convenient access when servicing is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Is It For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBig River Harp MS in G\u003c\/strong\u003e is an excellent choice for beginners, developing players and experienced musicians looking for a dependable and versatile diatonic harmonica.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts G tuning gives it a deeper and warmer voice than C or D harmonicas, making it particularly appealing for relaxed melodic playing, folk, country, roots and blues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor blues musicians using second-position technique, a G harmonica is commonly used for songs in the key of \u003cstrong\u003eD\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose a Diatonic Harmonica in G?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003eG major harmonica\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the lower-pitched standard diatonic harmonicas, producing a warm, rounded and full-bodied sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lower register gives chords extra depth and makes melodic lines feel smooth and rich, making G particularly useful for folk, country, blues and roots styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor \u003cstrong\u003esecond-position or cross-harp playing\u003c\/strong\u003e, a G harmonica is commonly used when playing blues in the key of \u003cstrong\u003eD\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDurable ABS Comb\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Big River Harp MS features a \u003cstrong\u003eblack ABS comb\u003c\/strong\u003e designed to deliver reliable performance in a wide range of environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eABS is resistant to moisture and does not swell in the same way untreated wooden combs potentially can, helping maintain consistent playability during frequent use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts smooth mouthpiece surface also contributes to comfortable playing during longer sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMS Modular System\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Big River Harp is part of Hohner’s \u003cstrong\u003eMS – Modular System – Series\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts comb, reed plates and cover plates can be interchanged with compatible components from other Hohner MS Series harmonicas. 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Its traditional 10-hole Richter layout, durable construction and approachable playing feel make the Big River Harp MS a strong option for beginners as well as more experienced players.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat styles of music is the Big River Harp suitable for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is particularly well suited to \u003cstrong\u003efolk, western and Nashville-style country music\u003c\/strong\u003e, while its standard diatonic layout also makes it highly capable for blues, rock and roots playing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat key can I play in using a G harmonica in second position?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003eG harmonica is commonly used for playing blues in D\u003c\/strong\u003e when using second-position, also known as cross-harp technique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does a G harmonica sound compared with a C harmonica?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA G harmonica is pitched lower than C, giving it a \u003cstrong\u003ewarmer, deeper and more rounded tonal character\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does MS mean?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMS stands for Modular System.\u003c\/strong\u003e Compatible Hohner MS Series combs, reed plates and cover plates can be interchanged for greater flexibility when maintaining or replacing components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many holes does the Big River Harp MS have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt features the traditional \u003cstrong\u003e10-hole diatonic harmonica layout\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many reeds does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Big River Harp MS features \u003cstrong\u003e20 brass reeds\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing blow and draw notes across its 10 holes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan notes be bent on the Big River Harp MS?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Its Richter-tuned diatonic layout supports expressive techniques including \u003cstrong\u003enote bending, vibrato and blues-style articulation\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the Big River Harp MS have a wooden comb?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It features a \u003cstrong\u003edurable black ABS comb\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing excellent resistance to moisture and environmental changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the advantage of an ABS comb?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eABS is moisture resistant and maintains consistent dimensions during regular playing, making it practical for rehearsals, live performance and travel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Big River Harp MS chromatic?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It is a \u003cstrong\u003ediatonic harmonica using Richter tuning\u003c\/strong\u003e and does not feature the slide mechanism found on chromatic harmonicas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Big River Harp MS easy to maintain?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. 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